Waikiki Beach
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Waikiki Beach is a two-mile stretch of sand located on Oahu, Hawaii. The beach offers numerous activities, including snorkeling, surfing, canoeing and relaxing in the sun. Waikiki Beach is lined with hotels, condominiums and vacation rentals where vacationers who do not mind crowds can step directly onto the beach.
Vacationers on Waikiki Beach can take surfing lessons, participate in a whale watching excursion, find a stretch of the beach suitable for families, or simply relax in the sun. There are several restaurants featuring Italian, Japanese, Pacific Rim, Mexican, American and Continental cuisine.
Near the Diamond Head Crater side of the beach, there are several picnic areas. Kapiolani Park is a 170-acre public park with picnic facilities. The park is also the setting for concerts and other cultural events.
Planning a visit to the Waikiki Beach:
There are numerous hotels and condominiums to choose from on Waikiki Beach. In fact, the whole 2-mile beach is lined with hotels. Kahala Mandarin Oriental is a luxury resort located about 10 minutes by car from Waikiki.
